TM 9-2350-256-34-2Section II. REPAIR OF MAIN WINCH AND SPADE ASSEMBLY3-5 DescriptionThe main winch and spade assembly (figures 1-4 and 1-5) consists of a spade, two spade-actuating cylinders, a hydraulicmotor, a combination control valve, a winch cable, a cable level winder, a brake cylinder, and the main winch. The winchis installed in the hull of the vehicle beneath the crew compartment, and the spade is externally mounted on the front ofthe vehicle.3-6 Disassembly of Main Winch and Spade Assembly into Subassembliesa. General. Figures 3-3 through 3-7, with accompanying legends, serve to identify all subassemblies and attachingparts. The legends also provide an index to the step-by-step removal of each particular item or subassembly.CAUTIONLoad test of main winch is mandatory. Refer to Chapter 2, Section V for step-by-step procedures.b. Disassembly Procedure. Disassemble the main winch and spade assembly into subassemblies as shown in figure3-8.Change 43-3